Don’t know what to do on the weekend of September 18, 19 and 20, 2026 in Nice? Whether you are a fan of theater, art, sports or music, the city offers you a varied program for all tastes.
Friday, September 18, 2026
Commerce: Two more days to get great deals at the Grande Braderie
The Grande Braderie of Nice merchants is back until September 19, 2026, with hundreds of stores mobilized in several neighborhoods of the city. For three days, stores offer promotions and special offers directly in front of their shop windows, continuing the Old Nice bargain sale organized two weeks earlier. The operation, led by the Federation of Nice Commerce, Nice Shopping and merchant associations, aims to support local commerce and increase foot traffic in shopping streets. An interactive map already allows you to identify participants and plan your route. Restaurateurs, hoteliers and craftspeople will also be able to offer dedicated offers. The event is also meant to accompany the end of season and the arrival of new collections, with activities planned in the streets concerned.
Location: see the map
Hours: from 10 am to 7 pm until Saturday
Exhibition: Rémy Saglier presents “The Wave That Comes”
This series of photographs invites visitors to confront change through the representation of the wave. The Nice photographer wanted to represent the upheaval that settles gradually and silently. Imbued with poetry, these photographs capture the instant before the turning point, giving the sensation that an event is about to arrive. This exhibition is free and accessible until November 7, 2026.
Location: Galerie Depardieu Contemporary Art, 6 rue du docteur Jacque Guidoni
Hours: from 2:30 pm to 6:30 pm
Escape Game: “The Mysterious Theft”
You have two hours to find the safe containing an emblematic work by one of the greatest artists of the 20th century, Henri Matisse. Seasoned investigators will hunt for clues and solve riddles. A game master will guide the brave and hand them a backpack filled with mysterious objects. Once the mystery is solved, a souvenir of Nice will be given to participants. Registration is mandatory. Prices are 28 euros for adults and 15 euros for children aged 7 to 17 years.
Location: La chaise bleue de SAB, 109 quai des États-Unis
Hours: 10 am, 10:20 am, 2 pm, 2:20 pm, 4:30 pm, 4:45 pm
Event: A taste of guinguette in Nice
The great Bargain sale of Nice merchants will close in a festive and friendly atmosphere. Hosted by Romano Vivarelli, the city center will be transformed for the occasion. Large tables will occupy the space, food stalls and bars will be run by merchants, and above all, a space will be dedicated to dancing. An opportunity will be given to make good deals with items at reduced prices. In partnership with the Federation of Merchants and Nice Shopping, the bargain sale is intended to support local commerce.
Location: rue Paul Déroulède
Hours: From 6 pm to 11:30 pm
Theater: “The Ladies” by Jean-Paul Le Guénic
Three women meet in the VIP lounge of a Paris airport. They are all waiting for the same man, a businessman nicknamed “Superman“. His wife, Maude, is delighted to see her beloved again for a romantic dinner. However, her husband’s partner, Sonia, is at her side, waiting for him for a business dinner. To top it off, Sylvie, the sister of the expected man, has planned a family reunion. All endowed with singular personalities, they will have the opportunity to get to know each other and express their mutual jealousy. This situation could well be a turning point in their relationship with this Superman. This play is directed by Chantal Bellinzona and performed by Christel Giraud, Christine Calabria, Cristina Pietri and Noémie Hornust. Admission is by reservation and prices range from 8 to 17 euros.
Location: Théâtre de l’Alphabet, 19 rue Dellile
Time: 9 pm
Event: Nostalgia Generation 80 at STOCKFISH
The Nice scene welcomes the greatest hits of the 1980s. This festive gathering will be an opportunity to dance and sing. Mixed by DJAZ, this evening will be rich in entertainment, featuring blind-test, dance show and many other surprises. Vintage 80 stands and a photocall will also be available, with food stalls and bar on site. You must book admission at a price of 12 euros.
Location: STOCKFISH, 5 avenue François Mitterrand
Hours: From 6:30 pm to 12:15 am
Saturday, September 19, 2026
Heritage Days: A weekend to rediscover the Azure City
The 43rd edition of European Heritage Days will offer a wide choice of free visits, exhibitions and workshops throughout the city. The themes chosen this year — “Photography Heritage” and “Heritage in Peril” — invite you to rediscover the riches of the Maralpin territory. More than a hundred events are proposed, some already full, but many activities remain accessible by simple reservation. Among them, photographic exhibitions, guided tours of emblematic places and family workshops on Mediterranean heritage. A selection of ten meetings still available will allow you to make the most of this cultural weekend.
Location: throughout the city
Hours: from 9:45 am and until 10 pm depending on activities Saturday and Sunday
Exhibition: “Drifting Still” opens the “The Satellite Image” festival
The Grande Halle hosts the vernissage of the collective exhibition “Drifting Still“. Signed by seven talented artists, this documentary approach, nurtured by plastic research and experimentation, explores the notion of territory. These works demonstrate its role in evolution, between conflicts, histories and power relationships. The fixed and decorative image usually attributed to landscapes is criticized. The artists became interested in how these places are created and transformed. Admission is free. Created by the Sept Off association, “The Satellite Image” is a contemporary photography festival.
Location: Le 109, 89 route de Turin
Hours: From 12 pm to 10 pm
Show: “Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty”
In this classical dance performance, the tale of “Sleeping Beauty” is revisited by six dancers. With phosphorescent and colorful costumes, this performance blends dance with modern technology, offering a timeless moment. This sixty-minute show
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